Emporium | Premier Auction
Fri, Mar 22, 2019 09:00AM EDT
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Lot 1250
Seven [Yoke Thé] Marionette Puppets
Estimate: $400 - $600
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Burmese, 19th/20th century, each articulated figure with paint and textile regalia, some marked "MMT" on leg or foot, comprising: one large man, 33-1/2 in.; one woman, both gilt, heavily detailed with bead and sequin decoration, 37 in.; one prince, 22-1/2 in.; one princess, both decorated in heavy gold sequin, 29-1/4 in.; together with three female puppets, each with heavy adornment, human hair, yarn, 23-1/2 in. to 28 in.
Provenance: Property From an Important Tennessee Living EstateNote:Believed to be directly acquired from the infamous Mandalay Marionette Theatre in Mandalay, Myanmar (since 1986). While Myanmar puppetry dates back to the 11th century, popularity has continued well into the 19th century, which is considered the "golden age" of Burmese theater.
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